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Re: Random, Scattered Disturbed Thoughts

You know how sometimes in TV shows the characters don't really have names? People just call know them as "the neighbor" or "the waitress"? I have a real life case of that happening. Don't know this guy's name that is in my social circle. Keep calling him an array of "chief" "bud" and "man." Can't wait till he figures it out.

Re: Random, Scattered Disturbed Thoughts

You know how sometimes in TV shows the characters don't really have names? People just call know them as "the neighbor" or "the waitress"? I have a real life case of that happening. Don't know this guy's name that is in my social circle. Keep calling him an array of "chief" "bud" and "man." Can't wait till he figures it out.

Have you seen the Gaffigan stand up where he talks about this? Hilarious. "Hey there....buckarooo?"

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I'm a physical wreck.

10 yrs ago I had thumb surgery for arthritis. THe other thumb flared up badly about a month ago and I was talking to the Doc about the same surgery for it (it's great, I highly recommend it). The thumb from the base to the wrist gets VERY painful and swells....well while the meds were calming that one down, the one that had had the surgery blew up on me. Finally this past week it calmed down and was reducing in swelling when I suddenly couldn't move my jaw. I woke up Weds. Morning and thought I had lockjaw. I hadn't had pain like that since I was hit by a baseball bat playing catcher in the 2nd grade. Yesterday the swelling was quite noticable and the pain was still prevalent. I finally broke down and saw a doc this AM. He "guessed" a bacterial infection in the jaw and ordered augmentin and Aleve. We shall see....I just wish it would all stop. It's been one thing after another since I blew out my knee last November.

(sigh) well at least I'm losing weight from starvation.

If you get to thinkin’ you’re a person of some influence, try orderin’ somebody else’s dog around..

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10 yrs ago I had thumb surgery for arthritis. THe other thumb flared up badly about a month ago and I was talking to the Doc about the same surgery for it (it's great, I highly recommend it). The thumb from the base to the wrist gets VERY painful and swells....well while the meds were calming that one down, the one that had had the surgery blew up on me. Finally this past week it calmed down and was reducing in swelling when I suddenly couldn't move my jaw. I woke up Weds. Morning and thought I had lockjaw. I hadn't had pain like that since I was hit by a baseball bat playing catcher in the 2nd grade. Yesterday the swelling was quite noticable and the pain was still prevalent. I finally broke down and saw a doc this AM. He "guessed" a bacterial infection in the jaw and ordered augmentin and Aleve. We shall see....I just wish it would all stop. It's been one thing after another since I blew out my knee last November.

(sigh) well at least I'm losing weight from starvation.

My father used to say that getting old was no sin but it was damned inconvenient. I find out all the time, just how right he was. I hope you start feeling better and it all works out for you..... ...

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Well my regular doc switched me to an anti-viral and the sores in the mouth are clearing up. I went to the dentist for a panagram and he found no problem with the teeth so he is recommending a TMJ specialist to see what can be done.

Other than that, I am now down 8 pounds but that prolly won't last because now I can get swallow regular food.

If you get to thinkin’ you’re a person of some influence, try orderin’ somebody else’s dog around..

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I need some GOOD business cards. For some reason the people around here seem unenthusiastic about providing the info for the company that made the last batch (we've all always used the same office). Heck, I don't even know the anme of the last supplier. I can provide my picture and the company logo via email...but it's more than likely in .jpeg format.

I would be ordering about 1000 cards....good quality cardstock needed.

suggestions?

If you get to thinkin’ you’re a person of some influence, try orderin’ somebody else’s dog around..

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Well my regular doc switched me to an anti-viral and the sores in the mouth are clearing up. I went to the dentist for a panagram and he found no problem with the teeth so he is recommending a TMJ specialist to see what can be done.

Other than that, I am now down 8 pounds but that prolly won't last because now I can get swallow regular food.

Wow, you have my sympathies.... The closest thing I have ever had that was a dose of shingles in my eye. That was nasty and I had to wear an eyepatch for about six weeks...

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[mini rant]

After having back surgery 4 years ago at the ripe old age of 27 and having kidney surgery at the end of July, I'm going to pursue getting my degree in EE (starting in January) and I'm scared out of my mind about it. I understand IUPUI wants their money and all, but from the 600 hours of class work AND hands on experience I gained from the Air Force (not including almost 3 years of practical experience) in tech school they'll only allow 8 credits of general 100 level courses. Guess I'll get some easier A's when those classes roll around. Also, I wish my work would view this as helping out the company instead acting like I'm taking up a hobby to get out work. [/mini rant]

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Go for it flibertgibits!! Just know that we'll all be pulling for you (and willing to kick you when you're feeling blue j/k). My baby sis got her EE from IUPUI and was able to land a pretty good job with a major defense contractor in Indy.

Will the EE count at your current 9-5??

If you get to thinkin’ you’re a person of some influence, try orderin’ somebody else’s dog around..

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I recently purchased a 1934 Remington Model 14 pump-action rifle in .35 Rem. Yesterday, at the Indy Guna dn Knife Show, I stumbled upon a packet of original ammo for this weapon. I happily paid the $10 asking price. I have no intention of firing this ammo but it will make a cool dislplay along with the rifle.

Sometimes ya really just stumble upon it. ALtough I was able to sell a shotgun and make some money, that $10 purchase was the highlight of my day.

If you get to thinkin’ you’re a person of some influence, try orderin’ somebody else’s dog around..

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Go for it flibertgibits!! Just know that we'll all be pulling for you (and willing to kick you when you're feeling blue j/k). My baby sis got her EE from IUPUI and was able to land a pretty good job with a major defense contractor in Indy.

Will the EE count at your current 9-5??

It really doesn't do much for my current job. We already have to hold the engineers hands as it is, so maybe they listen to me more? Hopefully my work managers will realize that I'm not doing this as a hobby or to get out of working OT. The plan is to (hopefully) finish school within 8 years, talk them into hiring another engineer so I can use them to get some experience, and then find a higher paying gig. Seems simple on paper anyway.